Páginas

Alex Ferreira's song 'Páginas' is a poetic exploration of life's inevitable changes and the human capacity to move forward. The lyrics are a series of vignettes that illustrate different moments in the narrator's life, each one representing a chapter that has been closed, or a 'page' that has been turned. The song begins with a reference to the narrator's parents, a 'goddess of the sea' and a 'Vietnam veteran,' who signed a paper in a cathedral and moved on with their lives. This sets the tone for the recurring theme of transition and acceptance.

The song continues with personal anecdotes from the narrator's childhood and love life. A broken toy, a lost love, and fleeting relationships are all depicted as experiences that, while significant at the time, are ultimately left behind as the narrator 'passes the page.' This metaphor of turning pages is a powerful one, suggesting that life is a book filled with different chapters, each one contributing to the overall story but not defining it entirely. The act of turning the page symbolizes growth, resilience, and the forward momentum that keeps us moving through life's ups and downs.

Ferreira also touches on the broader human experience, noting that everyone is 'reading' their own stories, whether they be fables, tales, magazines, bibles, or instruction manuals. This universalizes the song's message, making it relatable to anyone who has ever had to let go of the past and embrace the future. The repetitive nature of the phrase 'pasamos página' (we turn the page) reinforces the idea that change is a constant and that moving on is a shared human experience. Through its reflective lyrics and soothing melody, 'Páginas' encourages listeners to accept life's changes with grace and to keep turning the pages of their own stories.